A cut, laceration, or bruise can be more than just painful—it can be alarming, especially when you’re unsure if it needs medical attention. If you’re feeling anxious about a wound that won’t stop bleeding or a bruise that’s swelling or causing sharp pain, don’t wait.
Walk into your nearest Alamo City Urgent Care for fast, expert care for cuts and bruises—and start feeling better today.
First Aid Treatment for Cuts and Bruises
Before visiting an urgent care clinic to have your wound evaluated, follow these steps to gently clean your wound and lower your risk of infection:
- Wash your hands with warm, soapy water.
- Apply gentle pressure to the wound using a clean cloth to stop or slow bleeding.
- Rinse the wound with running water for at least five minutes (avoid getting soap in the wound).
- Use tweezers (cleaned with rubbing alcohol) to gently remove dirt or debris.
- Apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment or petroleum jelly to keep the wound moist and help prevent scarring.
- Dress the wound with a bandage, rolled gauze, or gauze held in place with paper tape.
- Replace the dressing at least once a day (or whenever it becomes wet or dirty).
What To Do When Cuts and Bruises Are Not Healing
If you believe your wounds are healing too slowly or could be infected, walk into your nearest Alamo City Urgent Care for prompt, same-day treatment.
Our skilled physicians will assess the severity of your cut or bruise, rule out more serious health issues (e.g., infection or underlying medical condition), clean the wound, administer stitches if needed, dress the wound, and prescribe antibiotics if needed.
How long do bruises take to heal?
Most bruises heal within two weeks without medical treatment. If you have a large, painful bruise that isn’t healing or accompanied by fever, redness, or oozing, it could be a sign of infection or a more serious underlying medical issue.
How long do cuts take to heal?
Minor cuts and scratches typically heal within one to two weeks, while larger wounds may take two to three months or longer. If you have a large cut that isn’t healing, or one that is deep (e.g., a puncture wound), bleeds heavily or appears red, swollen, or warm to the touch, visit your nearest urgent care clinic for prompt treatment.
Important note: Notify your medical provider if you take medications that could delay healing, such as over-the-counter anti-inflammatories or oral corticosteroids (e.g., asthma inhalers).
Visit Alamo City Urgent Care for Prompt Treatment for Cuts and Bruises
If you have a wound that is taking too long to heal, or you believe needs immediate attention, walk into your nearest Alamo City Urgent Care clinic. We offer fast, effective treatment for minor injuries such as cuts, bruises, simple bone fractures, sprains, strains, rashes, and more.
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